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Advanced Home Services
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Serving Menan, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Very professional, always wore foot coverings to.protect our carpet. Very thorough review of work cometed and how to use system that was installed."
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Furnace Service
Advanced Home Services
Advanced Home Services
Advanced Home Services

+4

Response time10 hrs
124 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Joshua Ashley LLC
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Serving Menan, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

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"J A Electric was on time, did the job faster than expected, and beyond my expectations. I would highly recommend them for any of your electrical needs. Five stars all the way. Clayton Brunson"
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
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Abacore Electric
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Serving Menan, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

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"we were satisfied with the work performed. john was professional and listened to our needs & did the work immediately. we will be using him for future work that we discussed."
Eve lighting
High eve lighting
Placement is key to great lighting
Garage lights
Side porch lighting

+7

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Inrush Electric, LLC
4.4(
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Serving Menan, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nate and Catherine made the whole experience quick and easy. We asked for quite a bit of work with removing pot lights and adding new fixtures, such as a chandelier and ceiling fan. They also rewired the ceiling and added Alexa enabled switches. Their estimate was very close to the final price and they were done so quickly, keeping everything clean the entire time. We are so pleased with the results and look forward to reaching out to them for our next projects. I would highly recommend Inrush Electric!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

Yes. You can connect your home back-up battery to a generator with its designated charger. Be sure that the output of the generator matches the input requirements for the battery for best results.

The average cost to install a home generator is $5,200, but total costs can range from $500 to $18,000 or more. The final price depends on several factors, including the generator's size, type, brand, fuel source, and the cost of labor and assembly. The generator's size is the most significant cost factor, as units that can power larger homes with higher energy demands cost more.

Cost breakdowns by generator type are typically as follows:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500–$2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000–$6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000–$18,000

To ensure you get the right size unit for your needs without overpaying, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load of your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes from qualified installers to find the best fit for your budget.

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